Industry news

News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.

NRLA in line for top industry awards

The NRLA has been nominated for three top industry awards this week. The association has reached the final in the Best Product for Landlords, Spokesperson of the Year and Best Property Education Provider categories at the Property Reporter Awards.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 25/01/2024
NRLA in line for top industry awards

Latest podcast: Licensing woes and ebike safety warning

Property licensing and the safety of ebikes and escooters kept in rental homes come under the microscope this month in NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 25/01/2024
Latest podcast: Licensing woes and ebike safety warning

Right to Rent fines to hit £20,000 from next week

Industry News Victoria Barker 19/01/2024
Right to Rent fines to hit £20,000 from next week

Register My Appliance Week 2024: This is why you should register your appliances

Landlords are being reminded of the importance of registering the appliances in their rental properties online. The annual Register My Appliance campaign takes place 22 – 27 January and is organised by the Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances (AMDA).

Industry News Victoria Barker 19/01/2024
Register My Appliance Week 2024: This is why you should register your appliances

Landlords welcome pragmatic amendments to rental reform plans

The NRLA has issued its response to the news that Anthony Mangnall MP, along with other parliamentary colleagues, has tabled new amendments to the Renters (Reform) Bill.

Industry News Sam Hunter 18/01/2024
Landlords welcome pragmatic amendments to rental reform plans

Could ground rent be a goner?

While the Government’s proposals for leasehold reform progress through Parliament, linked plans to restrict ground rent on existing leases are just getting going. Senior Campaigns and Public Affairs Officer, Eleanor Bateman, outlines the key issues highlighted in the NRLA’s recent consultation response.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 18/01/2024
Could ground rent be a goner?

The long read: What might Labour's version of rental reform look like?

With speculation rife that a general election will happen in May, many will be wondering what will happen to the Renters (Reform) Bill should Labour come to power. Here NRLA policy manager James Wood takes a deep dive to examine what we could expect to see.

Industry News James Wood 12/01/2024
The long read: What might Labour's version of rental reform look like?

New NRLA appointments will improve service to members

New appointments, which with enhance services to NRLA members as the sector prepares for a time of radical change, have been announced today.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 10/01/2024
New NRLA appointments will improve service to members

Rental reform on the agenda as NRLA meets with PRS Minister

Court reform, student lets and a proposed moratorium on notice periods came under the microscope yesterday, in a meeting between NRLA CEO Ben Beadle and Minister for the PRS Jacob Young.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 10/01/2024
Rental reform on the agenda as NRLA meets with PRS Minister

NRLA welcomes principles of Manchester Good Landlord Charter

The NRLA has issued its response to the launch of a new consultation by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority on its proposed Good Landlord Charter.

Industry News Sam Hunter 08/01/2024
NRLA welcomes principles of Manchester Good Landlord Charter